Ambev SA ADR (ABEV)vsCompania Cervecerias Unidas SA ADR (CCU)
ABEV
Ambev SA ADR
$2.85
+2.52%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $43.41B
CCU
Compania Cervecerias Unidas SA ADR
$11.01
-0.81%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $2.06B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Compania Cervecerias Unidas SA ADR generates 3327% more annual revenue ($3.02T vs $88.24B). ABEV leads profitability with a 17.6% profit margin vs 4.0%. CCU appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.73. ABEV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
ABEV
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
CCU
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-136.4%
Fair Value
$1.29
Current Price
$2.85
$1.56 premium
Margin of Safety
-220.1%
Fair Value
$4.62
Current Price
$11.01
$6.39 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Generating 11.6B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 80.2B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 8.2%
Earnings declined 10.1%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Grey zone — moderate risk
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABEV
The strongest argument for ABEV centers on Free Cash Flow, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.6% and operating margin at 28.2%.
Bull Case : CCU
The strongest argument for CCU centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ABEV
The primary concerns for ABEV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CCU
The primary concerns for CCU are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABEV profiles as a declining stock while CCU is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABEV carries more volatility with a beta of 0.28 — expect wider price swings.
ABEV is growing revenue faster at -8.2% — sustainability is the question.
CCU generates stronger free cash flow (80.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ABEV scores higher overall (55/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 17.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ambev SA ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Ambev SA produces, distributes and sells beer, draft beer, carbonated soft drinks (CSD), other non-alcoholic beverages, malt and food products in the Americas. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
Compania Cervecerias Unidas SA ADR
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · BEVERAGES - BREWERS · USA
Compaa Cerveceras Unidas SA is a beverage company mainly in Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Colombia and Bolivia. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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